UB INFORMED

SUMMER
2015
UB INFORMED
A publication of ETSU Upward Bound
When: Move in– Sunday, May 31
In This Issue >>>
Dorm Room Layouts
Graduating Seniors
Meet the Summer Staff
Frequently Asked
Questions
Directions to ETSU
Move out– Wednesday, July 1
What to bring: Clothes
Comfortable shoes
Twin size bedding
Toiletries
Towels
UB backpack
Share a summer with
Upward Bound!
Alarm clock
Summer trip: July 14– July 16 to Atlanta!
Special Events
Students may choose to dress up for these occasions:
Thursday, June 4: Welcome Back Dance (Luau theme)
Spirit Week is June 8-12!
Monday (6/8): School day (wear gear from your
high school or favorite college)
Tuesday (6/9): Superhero/ villain day
Wednesday (6/10: Decade day (dress from your
favorite decade)
Thursday (6/11): Fancy day
Friday (6/12): Blue/gold spirit day
Thursday, June 18: Dance with Tusculum’s Upward Bound
(jungle/safari theme)
Thursday, June 25: Trip to Barter to see Mary Poppins
(students may wish to wear nice clothes)
Look inside for
more info about
UB summer!
Congratulations to the Upward Bound Class of 2015!!!
Happy Valley High School
Cloudland High School
MATTHEW BRANCH
ERICA BIRCHFIELD
ZACHARY DUGGER
MICHAEL HENSON
ZACHARY HALL
LINDSEY LAMBERT
VICTORIA JACKSON
CARL MARKLAND
CALEB RICE
LAKOTA OXENDINE
BRYAN TOWNSEND
JACOB VANHOY
TY WEST
Science Hill High School
CAITLIN ADAMS
KAREEM ALEXANDER
CLAUDIA CALDERON
TYZHANAE GUMBS
MEGHA GUPTA
COURTNEY LYNCH
MAIA WRESTLER
Johnson County High School
ABIGAIL CALHOUN
Sullivan East High School
BRIANNA CAPPS
Sullivan North High School
RACHEL AUSTIN
JILL HUTCHINSON
DAYTON BOLLINGER
GRACE BAKER
CASEY LUNCEFORD
ALISHA BURNHIEMER
ADAM MILLER
SARAH MINTON
ALISHA MUNCY
PAUL POTEAT
AUSTIN SEAL
MICHELLE SNYDER
Elizabethton High School
BRYANNA SHELBY
KAT MCQUEEN
HANNAH PIERCE
Dobyns-Bennett High School
HOLLY MCAVOY
JONATHON STOUT
Sullivan Central High School
Tennessee High School
MARK HARR
JACQUELYN COLEMAN
KELSEY THURMAN
Unaka High School
LAHKIA GUDGER
BRITTNEE NAVE
MATTHEW PETERS
Hampton High School
KENNY ALBERT
SUMMER BLEVINS
JOSEPH HOLSCLAW
ADDISON MOSLEY
KATIE OLIVER
AMBER HOWARD
HUNTER MALONE
Sullivan South High School
TRISTIAN SHEETS
TAHLIA RICHARDSON
#selfiesummer
Jean Noalick Aboa
ETSU: Chemistry
If I could meet one celebrity it would be… Lebron James
Favorite game: Basketball
song I listened to: Maitre Gims– You lose Fun fact: I’ve done 10 years of Taekwondo
Jeremy Barker
Last
ETSU: Counseling
Fun fact: I play in a family bluegrass/folk band called the Barker Brothers.
Last song I listened to: You’re Gonna Hear Me Roar
If I could meet one celebrity it would be… Dale Earnhardt Sr.
Abisola Fanimokum
ETSU: Public Health
If I could meet one celebrity it would be… Rihanna
Favorite game: Snakes and Ladders
Last song I listened to: Cannonball by Kiesza
Fun fact: I like singing but I have a terrible voice.
Victoria Morris
ETSU: Social Work
If I could meet one celebrity, living or dead, it would be:... Eleanor Roosevelt
Fun fact: I love
cosplaying and I’ve been to 12 conventions! Favorite Game: Story of Seasons (video game)
Last song I listened to: On Top of the World– Imagine Dragons
Adedoyin Olamilekan
ETSU: Engineering Technology
If I could meet one celebrity it would be: TuPac or Sir Alex Fergussun
Fun fact: I like to joke a lot. Snowboarding, rafting, storytelling
song I listened to: Apparently– J Cole Favorite game: PS3 and Soccer
Rawan Youssef
Last
ETSU: Biology
Last song I listened to: See you again– Wiz Khalifia and Charlie Puth What If Blessings Came
Through Raindrops– Laura Story Favorite candy: Reese’s Eggs Fun Fact: I like to travel. I
have been to Spain, Italy, France, Grand Cayman Islands, and Cozumel, Mexico.
Olivia Orten
ETSU: Social Work
If I could meet one celebrity it would be…: Shania Twain
Last song I listened to: Kelly
Clarkson– Heartbeat Song Favorite game: dancing on Just Dance or Zumba
Fun fact: I got engaged after Upward Bound last summer
Aastha Khatiwada
ETSU: Mathematics
Fun Fact: I have bungee jumped.
Favorite game: Basketball
The last song I listened to: Living on a Prayer
If I could meet any celebrity, living or dead, it would be: Charlie Chaplin
Blake Roller
University of TN Knoxville: Political Science
Last song I listened to: “Love me like you do” - Ellie Golding
vorite game: Monopoly If I could meet anyone it would be: Abraham Lincoln
fact: I have traveled through 8 countries and have flown 70 times
Denise Reyes
FaFun
ETSU: Human Services
Favorite game: Softball
Fun fact: I am a pro at finding awesome outfits at thrift
stores
The last song I listened to: Thinking out loud
If I could meet anyone it would be: Mother Theresa
Amanda McFall
ETSU: Criminal Justice and Criminology
Favorite game: Monopoly
Last song I listened to: Chains– Nick Jonas
If I could meet a celebrity it would be: Lisa Kudrow
Fun fact: I have 2 dogs and 2 cats.
Inga Sarkodie
ETSU: Graduate school for English, TESOL Undergrad– English, Digital Media, Japanese
Favorite game: Perfect World International: Forsaken World
Fun fact: I’m obsessed with Korean dramas
Last song I listened to: Blank Space cover by I Prevail
I would meet: Jensen Ackles or Jared Padalecki
Courtney Eversfield
ETSU: Nutrition
Fun fact: I love to travel.
Favorite game Telestrations!
Last song I listened to: “Hopeless Wanderer” by Mumford &Sons
If I could meet one person it would be: Johnny Cash
Blessing Lawrence
ETSU: Health Science (Microbiology)
Fun fact: I watch way too many movies.
Last song I listened to: Thinking out loud
Favorite game: cards
If I could meet anyone it would be: Beyonce
Elizabeth Williams
ETSU: Physics
Last song I listened to: Juice by Chance the Rapper Fun fact: I drink a lot of water
Favorite game: Football, soccer, backgammon
If I could meet anyone it would be: Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Eden Cox
MTSU: Computer Science
Fun fact: I’m a huge K-Pop fan
Favorite game: Pokemon
Last song I listened to: Call me baby by EXO
If I could meet one celebrity it would be: Jackie Chan
Destiny Brown
ETSU: Social work
If I could meet anyone it would be: Justin Bieber or Fredrick Douglas
Last song I listened to: Waiting by The Red Jumpsuit apparatus
Fun fact: I used to want to be a rapper
Maria Avila
ETSU: Mathematics
The last song I listened to: Nothing else matters - Apocalyptica Favorite game: Tennis
I would meet: Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz (Mexican poet, writer) Fun fact: I can write backwards
Antonina Ignatiuc
ETSU: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Favorite game: Soccer Fun fact: I speak English with a European accent
If I could meet anyone it would be: Beth More
Last song I listened to: Hallelujah, Romanian version
Crystal Jobe
ETSU: Psychology/ Sociology
FEMALE RD
Last song I listened: George Ezra, Budapest
Favorite game: Volleyball
If I could meet anyone it would be: Emma Watson
Fun fact: I have traveled to 7 different countries
Evan Sams
Boyce College: Worship and Pastoral Studies
Favorite game: Football
Last song I listened to: Gravity by John Mayer
fact: I achieved the Eagle Scout rank in the Boy Scouts of America in 2011.
could meet anyone it would be: John Mayer
MALE RD
Fun
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Resolving Roommate Conflicts
Whether your roommate is your long-time bestie, closest bro, or a
new acquaintance, chances are you will experience some form of
roommate conflict during UB summer. Here are some helpful tips on
resolving those conflicts.
Communicate!!! Communication is super important when trying to
solve roommate conflicts. If your roommate is doing something that
bothers you, talk about it! Chances are she or he may not even realize
it’s a problem. Ask your roommate to sit down to talk at a time when
you are both calm. Then, clearly communicate to them what is bothering you and why. Don’t beat around the bush – a direct, but respectful, approach is best.
Fight fair. When working out conflicts with your roomie, try to put
aside your desire to “win” the fight. Say what the conflict is from your
view, and ask for the other’s view. Make an attempt to put yourself in
their shoes and see their side of the argument. Avoid yelling, insulting, or bringing up past issues. If the conflict begins to get too
heated, step away and come back to the conversation later. Never
bring other friends into the conflict or put your roommate on blast keep it between the two of you!
GIRLS
Address potential issues before they become issues: Make a roommate agreement! This can be an informal chat while getting settled in
to your dorm, or you could sit down and write out an official
“roommate contract.” Either way, it can be helpful to talk to your
roomie about potential conflicts before they come up. How clean do
you want to keep the dorm room? How do each of you define
“clean”? What is a reasonable time to go to bed at night, and wake up
each morning? How will you share common spaces like closets, counter tops, etc.? Most roommate issues can be solved before they even
become a conflict!
BOYS
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Every room has:
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two beds
two desks (w/internet hook up)
two closets
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one sink
one cable outlet
Remember – We are all different, and that’s a good thing! Your
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roommate may have completely different habits, likes, and personaliBoth dorms have community showers. This means that
ty traits than you. Try to embrace your differences, and even learn
everyone on one floor shares a set of showers, which
from them! Remember that you may be able to change a person’s
are at the end of each hall. Bathrooms are maintained
actions, but you can’t change their personality. Try to respect the perby ETSU staff. You should bring something to carry
son your roommate is (even the annoying parts!)
your bathroom toiletries, and you should bring flip flops
for walking to and from the bathroom.
If you can’t work it out on your own… If you’ve tried to talk your issues out but can’t seem to come to an agreement with your roommate, let us help. Talk to an RA, RD, or permanent staff member –
that’s what we’re here for! Sometimes, having a third party to act as a
mediator can really help in resolving a problem.
Remember - having and being a roommate is a new experience for
everyone. Even if you’re an experienced UB student, living arrangements can change year to year. Communicate and help each other
along the way and dorm life can be a wonderful part of UB summer!
Each dorm is equipped with laundry facilities (that cost
per use - $1 to wash, $1 to dry), a kitchen, a community
refrigerator, and vending machines.
Each dorm has a community gathering spot so that students can hang out with each other.
What can a Family Group do for me?
I want to change my
schedule, what do I do?!
After you get your schedule, you will have until May
15th to talk to the UB staff
and fill out a course change
form. Otherwise, you will
be in the classes that are
on your schedules.
Help! What do I do if I lost my ID (or I
don’t have one)?
A: New students have the chance to
have their ID made during the April
27th session for free. However, if you
have already had one made and have
lost it, you will have to pay $12 to
have a new one made.
Be yourself! Upward Bound is a
family and everyone is accepted for
who they are.
Family group participation is a great way to connect with other students and help you to get out of your shell in a relaxed and fun
environment. These groups are formed to give you a small community of peers to relate to while learning about yourself. Your Family
Group leader will present activities that will allow you to work together and challenge one another as a team. You will get a great deal of
encouragement out of the relationships you form in your family group
if you are willing to be an active participant. Our goal for each family
group is to provide a supportive environment where students can help
one another with the struggles of homesickness, stress, peer pressure,
etc. If you experience any of these issues this summer, you will have a
family group to meet with twice a week to provide and excellent way
receive support. In addition to the support that family groups offer,
the entire UB staff is here for you. The best thing about the UB community is that you are never alone!
When will I know who my
roommate is?
FAQs
We asked some of our UB SGA members to give a piece of advice for new
students. Here’s what they had to say:
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Rising seniors– Apply for as many
colleges as you can. Apply for as
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as much coffee as you can. Also,
forget about sleep, its overrated!
-Hunter Malone, SGA President
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Nervous About UB Summer?
Ronnie Gross
439-4002
Executive Director
It’s okay to feel homesick during the summer Upward Bound program.
For some of you, this may be your first summer with UB. For others, this may be your
first time away from home. Even returning students may experience homesickness.
Teresa Carver
439-5619
Information Research Technician
Many students are excited for the Upward Bound summer program, but still feel
scared or nervous at times.
Emily Grater
439-6188
Interim Assistant Director of Academic
Services
If you’re feeling homesick, it doesn’t mean you are weird. It just means you might need
to work on some helpful strategies. Try the following during your summer with UB:
Ali Williams
439-4003
Interim Assistant Director of Counseling
Services
Talk to people: RA’s and permanent staff are here to help and listen when you
need to talk with someone. Talk to some older UB students as well.
They’ve been in your shoes.
Tiffany Brown
439-4474
Interim Academic Coordinator
Stay busy: Get involved with activities in your dorm and participate in evening recreation events.
Jessi Nicely
439-5241
Educational Advisor
Don’t isolate yourself: Engaging with other students and staff will keep your mind
off being homesick. Sitting alone and reflecting too much may make it
harder to stay positive and have fun.
Keep in contact: Call, text, or email your family and friends when needed. Parents
can sign you out on Wednesday nights to hang out or go get dinner. Use
your weekends to catch up with friends and family.
Marc Tucker
Counselor
439-5899
Brittany Lewis
Counselor
439-5899
Give it a week: Students who commit to at least one full week of UB summer are
more likely to feel better and be less homesick.
Getting to ETSU
Kingsport:
Bristol:
Elizabethton:
Merge onto I-26 E/US-23 S toward JOHNSON CITY
Go onto US-11E S/US-19W S/BRISTOL HWY/TN-34 W.
Take US-321/TN-67 toward Johnson City.
Take the US-321/TN-67 exit, EXIT 24, toward ELIZABETHTON .
Merge onto TN-381 S/STATE OF FRANKLIN RD toward I-181/
KINGSPORT/JOHNSON CITY.
After the I-26 Interchange, the four-lane is titled UNIVERSITY PARKWAY.
At the end of the ramp take a left at the light onto TN-67 W/
MILLIGAN HWY/US-321 S. (This is UNIVERSITY PARKWAY).
Continue on UNIVERSITY PARKWAY for approximately 2
miles.
Turn LEFT onto STATE OF FRANKLIN RD (you will see a
large Athletic Dome on the left side).
Turn LEFT at 2nd light (first light after the Dome).
Go straight after stopping at the 1st stop sign.
Turn RIGHT at 2nd stop sign (road T's) onto N. DOSSETT
DRIVE.
Lucille Clement Hall (Girls’ Dorm) will be on left.
For Dossett Boys’ Dorm) continue on N. DOSSETT DRIVE.
Turn LEFT at roundabout onto S. DOSSETT DRIVE.
Dossett Hall is on your right, directly across from Lucille
Clement.
Merge onto I-26 E/US-23 S via the ramp on the LEFT toward JOHNSON CITY.
Take the US-321/TN-67 exit, EXIT 24, toward ELIZABETHTON. At
the end of the ramp take a left at the light onto TN-67 W/MILLIGAN
HWY/US-321 S. (This is UNIVERSITY PARKWAY).
Continue on UNIVERSITY PARKWAY for approximately 2 miles.
Turn LEFT onto STATE OF FRANKLIN RD (you will see a large
Athletic Dome on the left side).
Continue on UNIVERSITY PARKWAY for approximately 2
miles after the I-26 Interchange.
Turn LEFT onto STATE OF FRANKLIN RD (you will see a
large Athletic Dome on the left side).
Turn LEFT at 2nd light (first light after the Dome).
Go straight after stopping at the 1st stop sign.
Turn LEFT at 2nd light (first light after the Dome).
Turn RIGHT at 2nd stop sign (road T's) onto N. DOSSETT
DRIVE.
Go straight after stopping at the 1st stop sign.
Lucille Clement Hall (Girls’ Dorm) will be on left.
Turn RIGHT at 2nd stop sign (road T's) onto N. DOSSETT DRIVE.
Lucille Clement Hall (Girls’ Dorm) will be on left.
For Dossett Hall (Boys’ Dorm), continue on N. DOSSETT
DRIVE.
For Dossett Hall (Boys’ Dorm) continue on N.DOSSETT DRIVE.
Turn LEFT at roundabout onto S. DOSSETT DRIVE.
Turn LEFT at roundabout onto S. DOSSETT DRIVE.
Dossett Hall is on your right, directly across from Lucille
Clement.
Dosseet Hall is on your right, directly across from Lucille Clement.